duskier; duskiest
1
: somewhat dark in color
specifically
: having dark skin
2
: marked by slight or deficient light : shadowy
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in the dusky depths of the dungeon
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The color palette is rich but slightly off—dusky, earthy, almost clashing in places.
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Michael Boodro, Architectural Digest, 17 Jan. 2025
Arbore’s study looked at the dusky lory (Pseudeos fuscata), a parrot native to New Guinea with bands of feathers that may be colored yellow, orange, or red.
—Simon Griffith, JSTOR Daily, 5 Dec. 2024
The former features glimmering, creamy shades of pink, gold, and red, while the latter offers a mix of lilac, dusky pink, and silver hues.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 21 Dec. 2024
Associate test kitchen manager Inés Anguiano praised its delicate coffee flavor, while Shilpa complimented its dusky raisin note.
—Sam Stone, Bon Appétit, 16 Dec. 2024
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Michael Boodro, Architectural Digest, 17 Jan. 2025
Arbore’s study looked at the dusky lory (Pseudeos fuscata), a parrot native to New Guinea with bands of feathers that may be colored yellow, orange, or red.
—Simon Griffith, JSTOR Daily, 5 Dec. 2024
The former features glimmering, creamy shades of pink, gold, and red, while the latter offers a mix of lilac, dusky pink, and silver hues.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 21 Dec. 2024
Associate test kitchen manager Inés Anguiano praised its delicate coffee flavor, while Shilpa complimented its dusky raisin note.
—Sam Stone, Bon Appétit, 16 Dec. 2024
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“Dusky.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dusky. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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